Itching to get in touch with the beauty of nature by exploring upstate New York the way its first settlers did -- on the back of a horse and with a bottle of wine (probably)? Join Discover Outdoors to ride and dine with wine. Begin your day with a horse riding tutorial and a meet-and-greet with the well-mannered horses. From there, climb atop and enjoy a ride through the countryside. For two hours, you will ride through fields, woods, and some rocky terrain. Once you're tired of riding, you'll be taken to a nearby vineyard, where you will get to indulge in sampling red and white wines, and some of the most exquisite hard ciders in America. Top off your day with a stroll through the orchard. There's a good chance you won't want to return to the city.
Note 1: You must be at least 18 years old to participate. Meeting, departure and return locations will be in front of the Starbucks on 4th Ave between 14th St. and 15th St. Transportation will be provided. All participants must weigh less than 250 lbs.
Note 2: There is another meeting/departure location in Williamsburg, Brooklyn 30 minutes prior.

Discover Outdoors let the dogs out... and they're itching for adventure. In a city lacking places for pups to explore, you'll head to Animal Haven, a non-profit dog shelter, for a private volunteer orientation with the Animal Haven staff (counts as the first of two for certification as an Animal Haven volunteer), and to meet your new four-legged best friends for the day. You will embrace the beauty, nature, and fresh air of the great outdoors, as you hike trails, boulders, and waterfalls. With man's best friend by your side, you may even indulge in a few belly rubs. Escape the hectic cityscape and take in a nature-filled adventure with an adorable dog.

It's the triathlon's nature-loving, crunchy younger sister!
Big Day Out is the biking, hiking and rafting adventure at the Lehigh Gorge -- all in one wonderfully exhilarating, beautifully sweaty day. You'll begin the day with a hearty breakfast to charge up. Your excursion will begin with biking between the 1000 foot walls of the Lehigh Gorge Rail-Trail to the famous Glen Onoko. After lunch by the river, you'll enjoy a scenic hike to an overlooking view of the Lehigh River. After descending, get ready to raft. Friendly, well-trained guides will accompany you every step of the way. Finally, dinner and a roaring bonfire will close your day of rugged exploration and fun.

What's a better way to end a long hike than with a pint? This incredible day hike will take you through breathtakingly beautiful trails, followed by a trip to the local brewery. While there, you'll sample a variety of award winning New York State microbrews. Your adventure takes place in the Hudson Valley region on a five-mile trail. As you wind your way to the top of the ridge, intoxicating views will captivate you for miles and will give you a real sense of what truly being out of the city feels like. Come spend the afternoon sipping some cold brews and relaxing from your morning out on the trail!

Do you really want to pay an excessive amount for that organic, non-GMO produce from the local health food store? With foraging, the activity of searching for wild food sources, you can cut the middle man out and learn how to draw straight from the source. This foraging expedition will take you through Central Park, which is a haven for native and exotic plants. Expect to find everything from mild-flavored stands of garlic to daylily shoots, chickweed, and garlic mustard greens. During this unique trekk through the park, you'll find and develop the techniques to pinpoint edible food in the outdoors. Swing by for a not-so-ordinary experience that'll make you think twice the next time you hear about something being a "walk in the park." Soon you'll be treating every walk through nature like a chance to find natural plants, greens, and roots!

Member of the hiking Triple Crown, landmark destination for trekkers across the country, and home to some of America's prettiest wildlife. This. Is. The Appalachian Trail. With renown environmentalist, Pete Muroski, you'll first learn in the Native Landscapes Garden Center about the indigenous plants, and the symbiotic relationship between Appalachia's plants, animals, birds, insects, and our planet. Then, you'll get a breath of fresh air as you're taken on a beautiful hike along the trail. You'll discuss such topics as climate change, micro-climates, migrating birds, different soil compositions, and why it is important to you. Whether you're nature obsessed, itching to explore Earth's beauty, or simply searching for a journey, a hike with an environmentalist will satisfy each and every desire.
It's time to discover the great outdoors!

The epitome of summer, the QuickChek New Jersey Festival of Ballooning is the largest North American hot air balloon and music festival of the season.
With your VIP Sunrise Breakfast ticket, you'll be able to enjoy an assortment of delicious breakfast goods at the VIP tent. Pick up home-style balloon-shaped waffles or order a customized omelet from the fresh omelet station.
Then kick back in the grass with a mimosa and start your day with a relaxing early morning ascension of over 100 sport and specially shaped balloons!
For the rest of your day, enjoy all that the festival has to offer, including great music, more delicious food, and hundreds of on-site crafters and vendors. This ticket will get you the perfect start to an unforgettable day!

Kick back in a field of good music, good food, and great company as you watch a vibrant array of hot air balloons soar up, up, up!
The epitome of summer, the QuickChek New Jersey Festival of Ballooning is the largest North American hot air balloon and music festival of the season.
In between the twice-daily mass ascensions of over 100 sport and specially shaped balloons, enjoy the star-studded music festival, indulge in some great food, and check out what the hundreds of on-site crafters and vendors have in store for you!
Once the sun sets, you'll be treated to an eclectic display of fireworks lighting up the night sky, as well as a balloon glow. It'll be a magical end to an unforgettable day.

Clydesdales are known for their size, demeanor, and feathered legs. They're also known for those Budweiser commercials. So it'd make sense that a day on a Clydesdale concludes with some brews. The adventure begins with a farm tour and an introduction to these muscular animals. Before you saddle up, you will receive a basic lesson in horseback riding. Once training's finished, you'll embark on a tree-lined journey through serene greenery for both beginner and expert riders alike. As the horseback ride concludes, you will drive to the local brewery for a tasting of specially selected craft beers. It'll make leaving the horse just a little bit easier.

Eyes peeled, surrounded by majestic shrubbery, and quietly kayaking through the Hudson Highlands. Pause. Silence. You see it. America's symbol, perched and beautiful. Where'd your breath go? Here, you'll learn the basics of kayaking, ensuring comfort on the water. From there, you'll head north along the west shore of Cornwall Bay, paddling through marsh and keeping your eyes peeled for the bald eagle, osprey, and heron. Surrounded by the Hudson Highlands, you'll enjoy breathtaking beauty, fully understanding the line "America the beautiful." Only a short drive from Manhattan, you'll make it home in time for your evening plans. Could a day get any better?

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